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Firefighters Called to Early Morning Blaze at Stephens Pipe & Steel

Thursday, August 6 by WJRS Staff

The Jamestown and Russell Springs Fire Departments responded early this morning to a fire at Stephens Pipe & Steel on North Main Street. Jamestown firefighters were dispatched just before 3:00 a.m. and requested assistance from Russell Springs […]

Lake Area Foundation Accepting Live Auction Donations Through August 21

Thursday, August 6 by WJRS Staff

The Lake Area Foundation is asking for the community’s support as it continues its mission of strengthening the Lake Cumberland region through scholarships, grants and charitable endowments. The foundation’s annual fundraising campaign is now underway, […]

Antle Appointed Jamestown Police Chief; Kerns Transitions to School Resource Officer

Thursday, August 6 by WJRS Staff

The City of Jamestown has a new Police Chief. During a special called meeting Wednesday evening, Mayor Regena Hinton recommended Nathan Antle to succeed Chief Jeff Kerns, who is stepping down from the position after […]

Feeding America Distribution Planned Thursday at Russell County Fairgrounds

Wednesday, August 5 by WJRS Staff

Russell County residents will have an opportunity to receive free food assistance Thursday morning through a commodity distribution at the Russell County Fairgrounds. Russell County Judge/Executive Randy Marcum and the Russell County Fiscal Court, in […]

Stephen Davis, 78, of Russell Springs

Wednesday, August 5 by WJRS Staff

Stephen L. Davis, age 78, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at his residence. He was born on Wednesday, June 16, 1948, in Jamestown, KY He was the son of: Mother – […]

Liberty Officials Urge Residents to Continue Water Conservation as Emergency Effort Continues

Wednesday, August 5 by WJRS Staff

The City of Liberty is continuing to urge residents to conserve water as emergency efforts to restore Lake Liberty remain underway. The pipeline pumping water from the Green River into Lake Liberty continues to operate […]

Two Area School Districts Delay Start of School Year Due to Construction

Wednesday, August 5 by WJRS Staff

Students in both Adair and Wayne counties will begin the new school year later than originally planned as construction projects continue at each district. Adair County Schools announced Tuesday that the first day of classes […]

Russell County Airport Board Reviews Website Proposal, Hears Aviation Business Requests

Wednesday, August 5 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Airport Board discussed several potential projects during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening, but took no formal action. Board members heard a presentation from Bobby Hug, who recently developed a website for […]

Representative Josh Branscum Highlights Transportation Funding

Tuesday, August 4 by WJRS Staff

State Representative Josh Branscum is highlighting what he says is a historic investment in Kentucky’s transportation system approved during this year’s legislative session. Branscum says House Bill 502 provides a $4.2 billion six-year road plan […]

Kentucky Celebrates Farmers Market Week

Tuesday, August 4 by WJRS Staff

Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell is encouraging residents to support local farmers as the Commonwealth celebrates Farmers Market Week. Commissioner Shell noted that Kentucky is home to more than 170 farmers markets, providing communities across […]